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NewsWiltshire-based Reeve the Baker secures investment to help triple shop estate by 2031
Specialist investor Piper has backed expansion of the craft bakery brand with a goal of reaching around 45 retail sites across the south of England within the next five years
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OpinionGreggs manufacturing consolidation called “sensible” for efficiency but union shares concerns
A bakery consultant and market analyst offer explanations and insights into the bakery chain’s plans to close four production sites, with a workers union deeply concerned by proposed job losses
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NewsPortsmouth and Birmingham among cities lacking independent bakeries
Small business insurance provider Hiscox used OpenStreetMap data to compare the number of bakeries in a city against its population size to help identify supply gaps
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Product NewsLobster vol au vents and pistachio mince pies: Waitrose reveals Christmas 2026 bakery line-up
The retailer has blended nostalgia with global flavours and luxurious ingredients for its bakery line-up for the festive season
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Product NewsRoberts Bakery launches new sliced sourdough loaf
The launch of the 550g tin loaf marks the first piece of NPD from the Cheshire-based brand since it was rescued via a pre-pack deal by Boparan Private Office last October
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Product NewsBooths revamps bakery line-up with 28 new products
Gourmet doughnuts, giant biscuits, filled cookies, scones, and traybakes are among the new baked goods being added to the Northern retailer’s loose bakery tables
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NewsLeading the way: latest senior hires in the baking industry unveiled
Bakery suppliers in Cumbria, Harrogate, Bolton, and London as well as national and regional retail chains have announced leadership appointments to support their next phases of growth
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Product NewsBakery brands conjure up new cakes, doughnuts, cookies, croissants and more
Latest sweet bakery innovations have seen recipe spells cast, transforming biscuits and chocolates into celebration cakes, and even doughnuts into Traitors-themed reveals
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Product NewsCo-op reformulates in-store bakery cookies to be more indulgent
Convenience retailer has increased the weight of several cookies, adding more chocolate, more butter, and reduced the baking time for a more indulgent, softer bake
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NewsGreggs to cut over 700 jobs as part of manufacturing site consolidation
Bakery chain is considering closing four manufacturing sites in Enfield, North Lakes, Pettigrews, and Seaham over a two-and-a-half-year period, whilst also sourcing some products from specialist suppliers
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NewsBrownie points: Little Dessert Shop unveils new menu items, branding, and mobile app
The dessert parlour has created new trend-led and Instagram-worthy menu options such as Cinnamon Roll Cake and Cornflake Brownie as well as a sharing platter for parties
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Product NewsAbel & Cole launches sourdough loaf with 30 plants in
Made by Seven Seeded Bakery, the loaf features Diversity Flour which is made from wheat, spelt, rye, barley, lentils, buckwheat and more
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Product NewsRed velvet yule logs and jewelled mince pies: Tesco reveals Christmas bakery line-up for 2026
Chocolate, caramel, and hazelnuts are in abundance in the retailer’s festive bakery range with jewelled mince pies, molten chocolate puddings, and even chocolate & hazelnut sourdough unveiled
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NewsCrosta Mollica and European Pizza Group merge to create pizza giant
Crosta Mollica chair David Milner will become group CEO of the combined businesses, while Tom Sirett will continue as Crosta Mollica CEO
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Product NewsCurry, pizza, and bangers inspire latest savoury bakery launches
Brands have taken inspiration from some of Britain’s favourite cuisine, including curries, pizza, and sausages, to create new pasties, pies, and more
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Product NewsGingerbread doughnuts and sticky toffee trifle: Morrisons unwraps Christmas bakery 2026
Beloved festive flavours and formats reign supreme in Morrisons Christmas range with gingerbread, sherry trifle, and sticky toffee pudding featuring in its bakery line-up for 2026
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NewsGreggs opens first supermarket Bitesize site in Tesco
Located within the Tesco Southwark Superstore, the opening marks the latest step in the rollout of Greggs smaller shop format
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NewsOpening Doors #26: craft bakeries launch new sites across the nation
The UK is home to several new craft bakery shops and cafes, some drawing on cuisine influences ranging from Italy and Germany to China and Japan
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Product NewsWho wants to share a Zillionaire: Gü and Balconi unveil new bakery desserts
New bakery treat ranges featuring the likes of Zillionaire Pâtisserie and Cocoa Apricot Sharing Cake have been launched by dessert brands Gü and Balconi
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NewsFormer Coughlans Bakery production site and shops put on market for £4.8m
A South London portfolio including a 20,300 sq ft historic bakery, a 6,700 sq ft warehouse and storage facility, and four retail shops is available for purchase, including as individual properties